| Name | Apple iPhone Duo | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $1999 | $1199 |
| Released | Oct 2026 | Sep 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Apple, Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 27 | iOS 18 |
| Latest OS update? | - | iOS 18.2.1 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 7.6″ (main), 5.4″ (front) | 6.9″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2670×1878, 2034×1398 | 2868×1320 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 12.8:9, 13.09:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 430 PPI, 460 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A20 Pro | Apple A18 Pro |
| GPU | Apple GPU (7-core graphics) | Apple GPU, 6 cores |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.93 GHz | 4.05 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 2048 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | 12 MP |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | 5× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 12 MP wide (front) | 12 MP wide |
| Secondary | Yes (inner, under display) | SL 3D |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | ❌ | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 25/30/60/120 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | None | Nano (USA: none) |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ❌ China only |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.3 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 5400 mAh | 4685 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | ? | ~30 W |
| Wireless charging? | 25 Watt | 25 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Frame material | Titanium | Titanium |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Glass |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch-hole | Island |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Side-mounted | ❌ |
| Special design features? | Foldable, matte screen (main) | Action button, Camera control button |
| Color options: | White, Night Sky (Blue) | Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 11.78×16.46×0.52 (open), 11.78×8.41×1.13 (closed) | 16.30×7.76×0.83 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 4.64×6.48×0.20 (open), 4.64×3.31×0.445 (closed) | 6.42×3.06×0.33 |
| Weight (gram): | 254 | 227 |
| Weight (oz): | 8.96 | 8.01 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | SIM tool (outside USA) |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3720, A3721, A3447, A3719 | A3296, A3084, A3295, A3297, iPhone17,2 |
| User guide / manual | - | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Apple.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Apple, Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
iPhone Duo vs 16 Pro Max
Key differences
The Apple iPhone Duo costs $800 more ($1999 vs $1199), is newer (Oct 2026 vs Sep 2024), has a larger display (7.6″ vs 6.9″), has more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB), has more storage (up to 2048 GB vs up to 1024 GB) and has a larger battery (5400 mAh vs 4685 mAh).
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a sharper display (460 PPI vs 430 PPI) and is lighter (227 g vs 254 g).
Only on the Apple iPhone Duo: fingerprint sensor (Side-mounted). Only on the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max: telephoto (12 MP), optical zoom (5×), other cameras (ToF 3D LiDAR scanner), face recognition (Face ID) and physical SIM (Nano, USA: none).
Other differences: operating system (iOS 27 vs iOS 18), chipset (Apple A20 Pro vs Apple A18 Pro) and Bluetooth (6.0 vs 5.3). Both have LTPO OLED displays, 120 Hz refresh rates and IP68 water and dust resistance.














